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Criminal Defense Attorneys in Rochester, NY

Finding a criminal defense lawyer to represent you can be a daunting task, especially when you are facing serious charges that have life-altering consequences. At King Law, in Rochester, New York, we have the experience, passion, and grit that it takes to defend your case and help you through challenges. Our team of experienced lawyers is prepared to take charge, so that you do not have to. With combined decades of experience practicing criminal law, King Law has earned a reputation in the Rochester area for being one of the most prepared, strategic, and aggressive criminal defense firms in the region. With this amount of experience, there is no case too large or too complex for us to handle. Our results speak for themselves, and testimonials can be found at the bottom of this page. 

All of our criminal defense attorneys were born and raised in the Rochester area. Robert King grew up in Wayne County and graduated from Wayne Central High School. He earned his undergraduate degree locally at St. John Fisher College. Mr. King spent several years working as an assistant district attorney in Monroe County, where he was promoted to the Special Victims Unit. During his time with the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office, he successfully took more than 30 trials to verdict. Since establishing his private criminal defense practice in Downtown Rochester in 2013, the firm has represented thousands of clients. Our clients have faced charges ranging from minor misdemeanors to extremely serious cases of murder, drugs, and guns. We have represented clients in local courts, state courts, and federal courts. We understand what it takes to defend clients facing serious charges.

Jerry King, also a Rochester-area native, graduated from Wayne Central High School and earned his undergraduate degree at St. John Fisher College. He spent 2 years as a prosecutor in Schuyler County, 2 years in Steuben County, and 2.5 years in Ontario County. Jerry worked on a variety of cases, including traffic matters, violation-level offenses, misdemeanors, and felonies. Jerry handled thousands of cases during his time as a prosecutor and gained valuable experience with strict discovery requirements, bail reform, motion practice, hearings, trials, and sentencing. Jerry transitioned to a criminal defense lawyer in 2021, handling cases in both Rochester, New York, and surrounding counties.

Greg Colavecchia was born in the Rochester area and graduated from Gates-Chili High School before earning his bachelor’s degree at the University of Rochester. Mr. Colavecchia spent several years as a Monroe County prosecutor, where he was promoted to the Major Felony Bureau, prosecuting more than 300 violent felony offenses.

He moved to the Economic Crime Bureau, where he prosecuted felony-level white-collar crimes, including forgery, embezzlement, grand larceny, and counterfeit money cases.

Rochester Defense Attorneys with County, State, and Federal Reach

Criminal cases in Rochester, New York, are prosecuted by the District Attorney’s office in the county in which the crime was committed. For example, criminal arrests in the City of Rochester are prosecuted by the Monroe County District Attorney’s office. Federal cases that occur in Rochester will be prosecuted by the United States Attorney for the Western District of New York. Our attorneys at King Law are ready to represent you in County, state, and federal courts and trials.

With King Law on your side, you can expect to receive fierce representation that refuses to compromise your rights. Regardless of your guilt or innocence, you can be sure that we will provide the best defense we can to resolve your case in the most favorable way possible. 

Our Rochester office is centrally located in the heart of the city, next to the Monroe County Office building. Our Address is 650 Clinton Square Rochester, NY 14614. We are also available by phone 24 hours a day at (585) 270-8882. Feel free to drop in or give us a call. We also have offices in other areas, including the Finger Lakes region.

Types of Criminal Defense Services

Whether you are charged with a crime or suspect that you may soon be, our experienced team of attorneys is ready to fight for you. We take every case seriously, regardless of the charges pending against you. We are committed to resolving your case with your best interests in mind. Because every criminal case is different and surrounded by unique and factual circumstances, we make it our business to obtain and analyze all of the evidence we can. This is what sets us apart from other firms or national firms trying to represent local cases. Rather than recycle the most popular legal defenses, like other criminal lawyers do, we work diligently to carefully construct the best personalized defense strategy, based on the specifics of your case.

We have represented thousands of clients who have been charged with everything from traffic violations to murder. The following list of criminal charges we have experience defending:

• Misdemeanors
• Student Offenses (High school & College)
• Drug Crimes
• DWI
• White Collar Crimes 
• Internet Crimes
• Burglary/Theft Crimes
• Sex Crimes 
• Assault
• Violent Crimes
• Federal Crimes
• Murder/Homicide 

Our Team of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Our team of criminal defense attorneys in Rochester, New York, advocates for our clients through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Each member of our team at King Law stakes their reputation on delivering successful and tailored legal strategies to meet the needs of our clients. For 5 consecutive years, firm founder, Robert King, has been acknowledged as a Super Lawyers Rising Star – an honor only achieved by 2.5% of attorneys in the state of New York. This recognition is, no doubt, due to Mr. King’s high level of experience, achievements, and long track record of favorable results. Each attorney in our criminal law practice has experience as a prosecutor. And, we use this experience to our advantage. Because we have an intimate understanding of how criminal charges are filed, pursued, and prosecuted, we also know the strengths and weaknesses of these practices. We know exactly the sort of information prosecutors don’t want us to know. This knowledge can only serve to benefit you and protect you against any unlawful or unethical practices.

How We Handle Your Criminal Case

Here is what to expect when you contact King Law with questions about representing you against criminal charges:

1. Our team will obtain basic information about you and your charges.
2. Our attorneys will provide a free consultation to determine if we are able to represent your case.
3. If you move forward, you will sign a retainer to have us represent you.
4. We will work with you to obtain evidence and represent you in court.
5. We will work to provide the best possible outcome for you, given the specifics of your case.

As soon as you contact our office, a member of our team will ask you some general questions about you and your case. This will likely include your name, contact information (phone number & email), date of birth, and a brief description of your circumstance that includes any criminal charges you may be facing.

Once this information is gathered, our attorneys may ask to speak with you for a free consultation in order to determine whether or not the circumstances of your case require representation. Having assessed the gravity of your case, your attorney can begin to explore the options that may be available to you. After these conversations are had, and both you and the attorney agree that our representation will provide you with the help you need, we will start working on your case immediately. Because defense lawyers need to move fast in order to secure all the evidence they need, we will work quickly to begin building a case for your defense.

Our office prides itself on the work it does to uncover critical facts about your case that other attorneys might easily overlook. We do this because evidence that may seem insignificant to others often plays an essential role in the criminal process that follows. Because the consequences of receiving a criminal conviction can be devastating, we are not willing to take any chances. Our dedication to finding evidence and legal defenses that other firms may overlook is something that sets us apart from the competition.

What You Should Know

Sometimes, criminal cases face appeals. It is important to choose a criminal defense lawyer who crafts a legal strategy that protects you if the decision in your case is appealed. Given the extremely high degree of ineffective assistance of counsel arguments raised on appeal, making sure you retain effective representation from the outset is imperative. Many individuals find out too late that the attorney representing them throughout the initial stages of the criminal process missed out on critical information, failed to properly advise them of their rights, or neglected to pursue alternate strategies that could have completely changed the outcome of their case. You need an attorney who can defend your case, no matter what happens throughout the legal process.

After all, it is not uncommon for routine practices like searches and seizures, interrogations, and photo arrays to be conducted illegally or unethically. Therefore, seeking out the guidance of qualified and experienced legal counsel should be done immediately. If you have been subjected to any of these situations, our experienced team of Rochester criminal attorneys can provide the help you need.

Contact Our Criminal Defense Law Firm in Rochester, NY

Our law firm is conveniently and centrally located in the heart of downtown Rochester, NY. The Law Office of Robert King is located at 650 Clinton Square, Rochester, NY 14614. We can also be reached by phone, 24 hours a day, at (585) 270-8882. Don’t hesitate to give us a call today.

Criminal Defense FAQs

How do I know when to contact a criminal defense lawyer?

When it comes to criminal matters, you should never hesitate to call an attorney. Because the direction of a criminal case can change drastically within a matter of hours, contacting a skilled criminal defense lawyer should be a priority. It is far too risky to attempt to navigate the criminal legal process on your own. Oftentimes, it is easier to avoid an arrest with adequate representation rather than attempting to undo an arrest after the fact. Attempting to accomplish either one of these things on your own is significantly harder. Securing legal representation at the outset is almost always in your best interest.

What types of punishments am I facing?

No two criminal cases are exactly the same. Punishments are designed to be a reflection of the criminal offense. It would stand to reason that punishments also vary to a great degree depending on a multitude of factors. While some criminal offenses require serving a term of incarceration (jail time), other offenses can be settled with a minor fine and fee. Other offenses may be completely disposed of. In order to determine what sort of punishment you might be facing, you should speak with an attorney so that they can first evaluate the circumstances of your case.

How long will my criminal case take to resolve?

Unfortunately, the answer to this question is also highly dependent on the circumstances of your case. Since every criminal case is unique, the length of time it takes to resolve each case is highly variable. In determining the length of time it takes to resolve a criminal matter, it is important to recognize that it is the court, and the court alone, that is in charge of scheduling criminal matters for appearances. The period of time it takes to resolve these cases, then, hinges upon how busy the court’s docket is at the time your case comes before it is to be heard. With this consideration, there is no expected length of time it takes to resolve any given matter. Therefore, your case could be resolved in a matter of days, weeks, months, or even years. In an effort to reduce this time, it is usually in your best interest to make sure that the attorney you choose to represent you is organized and prepared so they do not cause any unnecessary delays. Our average criminal case takes between six months and a year to complete.

How much does it cost to hire a lawyer to represent me in the Rochester area?

Although most lawyers avoid answering this question, our attorneys at King Law do not shy away from tough questions. The reason most lawyers refuse to answer this question up front is because attorneys’ fees are dependent on the complexity of each case, the seriousness of the charges at hand, where the person is being charged, and whether the charges were brought in federal or state court. Even the amount of experience the attorney has in the subject area is a factor to consider. Unfortunately, there is no clear answer, since the details of every case need to be fully understood by the attorney first. Then, an estimate of the fee for their time, resources, ability, and experience can be given. Our average misdemeanor charge is between $2,500 and $7,500. The cost of defending most felonies is between $7,000 and $25,000. Give us a call for a free consultation to discuss your unique circumstances.

Don’t Take Our Word For It

Hear Directly From Our Past Clients

No case is too complex for Attorney King. Some of our results include:

Contact a Criminal Defense Lawyer at King Law to Protect Your Rights

Are you considering speaking with a criminal defense attorney regarding your case? Now is the time to contact King Law and retain the representation of an aggressive and highly experienced lawyer. The firm can investigate every element of your case to ensure that your rights were never infringed upon during the arrest or investigation.